1963 - Lessons from a Sesame Street Star: Ammar Sabban

In this episode, the host introduces Amar, a creative professional with a diverse background in entertainment, including work on the Arabic version of Sesame Street. Amar shares his experiences and the values he connected with through Sesame Street. The episode aims to inspire listeners to engage with creative individuals by asking insightful questions. Amar discusses his career journey, current projects, and offers advice on setting goals and learning from experiences.

What is the Arabic version of Sesame Street called?

• Sesame World

• Open Sesame

• Sesame Arabia

• Iftahya Simpson

What was Amar's profession before he entered the entertainment industry?

• Architect

• Engineer

• Scientist

• Teacher

What advice did Amar's mentor give him about learning?

• Focus only on theoretical knowledge

• Learn by doing and soak in experiences

• Avoid taking risks in your career

• Attend a university for formal education

What inspired the name of Amar's podcasting network?

• A scientific term

• An Arabic slang word

• A popular book

• A famous TV show

What is the main theme of Amar's children's book 'Planet #3'?

• Aliens exploring Earth

• A journey through space

• A magical forest adventure

• A historical tale

What is the purpose of the podcast 'Let's Talk Saudi'?

• Promote tourism in Saudi Arabia

• Discuss political issues

• Explore Saudi culture and people

• Teach the Arabic language

What is Amar's current interest that he enjoys discussing with friends?

• Sports

• Cooking

• Philosophy

• Traveling

What realization did Amar have about his approach to work?

• He needed to work harder

• He should focus on one project

• He was spreading himself too thin

• He needed more hobbies

What strategy did Amar adopt to manage his goals effectively?

• Avoid setting deadlines

• Focus on one goal at a time

• Delegate all tasks to others

• Create a timeline and prioritize

Why is it important to have a clear goal according to Amar?

• To stay motivated and focused

• To impress others

• To avoid making mistakes

• To follow a strict routine